Last weeks poll question was "Nixa currently only allows for fireworks inside the city limits on the 4th of July and New Year's Eve. Should this change?" The results were rather surprising to say the least. Of the 8 votes we got, only 3 people said there should be no laws restricting fireworks throughout the year. The other 5 people voted that how things are now is the best. The way it is now is that fireworks are allowed inside Nixa City limits on the 4th and on New Years. The other two options "Fireworks should be illegal inside and outside of city limits" and the sarcastic " Doesn't matter, can't afford them anyway" received no votes.

To the best of my knowledge no one died on the 4th and no houses burned down. I realize fireworks are explosives and are dangerous, but I choose to use them at my own risk, no one is forcing me. I recently heard that in the 50's a business burned down and killed a few people because of fireworks, and that is why neighbors up north (Springfield) have a fireworks ban. Well using this logic we should ban any substance or product that is harmful to people. There is certainly a line, but I'm not sure fireworks fit on the government regulated side of the line. I would like to see the limitations lifted and fireworks allowed inside city limits all year long. Most people don't want to shoot them off until the 4th anyway, but for those who want to celebrate on the 2nd or 3rd, or even the 5th, should have those options.

I would like to thank everyone who voted and hope you will continue to vote in our weekly poll, as well as come back to the site and check for updates. Also remember Nixa Watch is on Facebook and we have updates there for things going on and information about our organization.